Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19261053 B16 Ladders.
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Inspection Nr: 1228005.015
Citation: 01001B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 08/07/2017
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 07/21/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0418800
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/16/2017
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/16/2017 | $0.00 | 08/07/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/21/2017 | $0.00 | 08/07/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001B Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.1053(b)(16): Portable ladder(s) with structural defects, such as, but not limited to, broken or missing rungs, cleats, or steps, broken or split rails, corroded components, or other faulty or defective components, were not either immediately (a) marked in a manner that readily identifies them as defective, or (b) be tagged with "Do Not Use" or similar language, and shall be withdrawn from service until repaired: On or about April 25, 2017, at the above addressed jobsite, employees were using a defective non-self-supporting (Extension) ladder, wherein the ladder contained defects, therefore exposing the employees to a fall hazard. NOTE: CERTIFICATION AND DOCUMENTATION OF ABATEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS VIOLATION.